Become a Vendor

Please call Sioux Falls Jazz & Blues at (605) 335-6101 or email info@sfjb.org if you’re interested in vending at JazzFest 2018. Applications for the festival will officially close June 15 or at the discretion of festival organizers.

JazzFest offers vending for food vendors and non-food vendors as well as non-booth vendors. It is a great opportunity to expose your business to the thousands that come out to enjoy the sunshine and fun.

JazzFest is not open to a promotional presence by any group supporting a single social or political issue. JazzFest reserves the right to withdraw any application for a presence inside Yankton Trail Park during the festival.

WHAT KIND OF NON-FOOD VENDORS ARE AT JAZZFEST?

JazzFest has a variety of non-food vendors. From non-profit and charity organizations to arts and crafts, we’ve had it all.

WHAT ARE THE HOURS OF OPERATION?

The hours of JazzFest are Friday, July 20, 2018, from5:00 pm to 11:45 pm and Saturday, July 21, 2018, from 12:00pm to 11:45pm. All Vendors must be open for business by 6:00 pm on July 20, 2018. Vendors can continue food sales up to one-half hour after the end of the last artist’s performance.

WHEN CAN I SET-UP OR TAKEDOWN?

JazzFest staff will assign set-up times for all vendors Friday, July 20. Vendors can start takedown immediately after JazzFest concludes. All Vendor property and supplies must be removed from the park premises by Noon on Sunday, July 21, 2018.

CAN I PICK THE LOCATION FOR MY BOOTH?

No. JazzFest staff will determine your booth location

WHAT BEVERAGES CAN I SELL?

Food Vendors are only allowed to sell food from their booth, stand or truck. JazzFest holds the exclusive right to the sale of all alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (beer, bottled water and carbonated beverages) unless a Vendor is given specific approval in writing to sell any beverage.

IS THERE OVERNIGHT SECURITY?

Yes. But JazzFest is not liable for stolen or damage property of Vendors.

WHAT IF IT RAINS?

The festival will go on as scheduled at Yankton Trail Park location RAIN OR SHINE. There will be no alternative location or refund arrangements in case of inclement weather. Be prepared to spend the day outside under tents, canopies, tarps, etc.

WHERE CAN I PARK?

No vehicle parking is allowed by your booth or in the food vending area. Each vendor will be provided with a map and pass into the area to shuttle supplies at the start of each day of the festival only. No RV’s are allowed in the park at any time. The parking pass will provide space for one regular sized vehicle

HOW DO I GET MY HELP INTO THE VENDOR’S AREA?

Vendor employees can park in JazzFest parking lots at the park or can take the shuttle buses.

CAN I BRING MY OWN ICE?

Any consumable ice must be purchased through JazzFest.

CAN MY PRODUCT BE EXCLUSIVE?

Exclusivity is at the discretion of JazzFest organizers. Any vendor selling items not on their contract will be dismissed from the festival immediately.

CAN I SET UP MY OWN TENT?

Yes. Vendors are fully responsible for booth structure, furnishings and lighting. Tents, trucks and trailers are allowed in the Vendor area.

CAN I BRING A PET?

No pets are allowed at JazzFest.

CAN I BRING AN RV?

No. RV’s are NOT allowed in Yankton Trail Park. Do not pull a trailer with an RV, you will not be allowed to enter the festival.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BE A VENDOR?

IS THERE ELECTRICITY?

Yes. 110v power is available for Vendors located by the main stage. There is an additional charge for Vendors that need 220v power. Vending sites by the second stage have limited power.

Vendors must supply at least 50 ft. of heavy-duty 12-gauge extension cord and adapters for hook up to power source.

HOW DO I GET A HEALTH PERMIT?

The Department of Health will do an on-site inspection of your booth and its operations after you have set up on the evening of July 14. When your booth is approved, the Health Department will charge a fee. Guidelines for temporary food stands can be obtained from the Sioux Falls Health Department, 132 N. Dakota Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57104.

WHEN DO CONTRACTS NEED TO BE IN?

Your signed contract, filled out in full, needs to be postmarked and returned to JazzFest to vend at the festival. Applications for the festival will officially close June 15 or at the discretion of festival organizers. If you are interested in vending at JazzFest 2015 please call the office at (605)335-6101. Your check, insurance and other requested materials are also required at that time.

WHEN DO I KNOW IF I’M INVITED TO ATTEND JAZZFEST?

JazzFest will notify you by April 2018 if you are not selected to participate in the festival.

WHAT IF I DISCOVER I CAN’T ATTEND JAZZFEST AFTER I’VE SENT IN MY CONTRACT AND CHECK?

We are sorry, but unless not selected, your Vendor fee is non-refundable.

To obtain a Food and Beverage Agreement for JazzFest 2018, contact Sioux Falls Jazz and Blues at (605) 335-6101 or info@sfjb.org.

WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE A BOOTH? CAN I STILL BE A VENDOR?

According to Sioux Falls City code, it is unlawful for any person to promote, sell, or offer any article or anything of any type in any park except by permit.

Anyone who appears at JazzFest to organize with the intent to distribute materials, the posting of signs or banners, or who communicate with the audience or crowds in any way, while on the city park property without a permit will be cited, fined and removed.

JazzFest is not open to a promotional presence by any group supporting a single social or political issue. Non-booth vendor permits may be considered on a case by case basis. Non Booth vendor permits are limited.

Permits for a NON-BOOTH VENDOR may be obtained by Sioux Falls Jazz & Blues. Call 605-335-6101 or by email at info@sfjb.org.